Asperula libanotica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1849
Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. 10: 59 (1849)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000287217
Common Names
- Asperula libanotica
- Libanotica Asperula
- Libanotica Woodruff
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Asperula libanotica (also called Wild Coffee, among many other common names) is a small perennial herb that grows up to 20 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Asperula libanotica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Asperula libanotica is white with a yellow center and has five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Asperula libanotica is a small shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a rooting medium. Once established, the plant should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Asperula libanotica
Asperula libanotica is native to Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.
Asperula libanotica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Asperula libanotica?
Asperula libanotica
What is the common name of Asperula libanotica?
Libanotica Asperula
What is the natural habitat of Asperula libanotica?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Asperula genus
Asperula albiflora, Asperula ambleia, Asperula arvensis, Asperula assamica, Asperula asterocephala, Asperula asthenes, Asperula azerbaidjanica, Asperula badachschanica, Asperula balchanica, Asperula bargyli, Asperula botschantzevii, Asperula brachyantha, Asperula charophyton, Asperula ciliatula, Asperula cilicica, Asperula comosa, Asperula conferta, Asperula congesta, Asperula cunninghamii, Asperula cymulosa, Asperula czukavinae, Asperula dasyantha, Asperula euryphylla, Asperula fedtschenkoi, Asperula fragillima, Asperula friabilis, Asperula galioides, Asperula gemella, Asperula geminifolia, Asperula glabrata, Asperula glomerata, Asperula gracilis, Asperula graveolens, Asperula gunnii, Asperula insignis, Asperula insolita, Asperula involucrata, Asperula karategini, Asperula kotschyana, Asperula kovalevskiana, Asperula kryloviana, Asperula laevigata, Asperula lasiantha, Asperula libanotica, Asperula majoriflora, Asperula minima, Asperula molluginoides, Asperula nuratensis, Asperula oppositifolia, Asperula orientalis,
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-16935: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.